Gemotions

John practically danced to his kitchen, phone held high. The tiny screen was a portal to the past, a past he'd tried to bury. A friend request? From Brittany Hayes? He nearly choked on his morning coffee. He'd never expected this. He felt a sudden, almost electric, tingle shoot down his spine.

He slammed his hands on the counter. Why now? Years of avoiding her, and now this. He was practically vibrating with a curious energy. He leaned in close to the screen, as if that would bring him closer to whatever she was thinking. He had to know. He clicked the button.